Thornton Replaces Onstad on All-Star Roster

Published on July 26, 2009 under Major League Soccer (MLS) News Release

Chivas USA goalkeeper Zach Thornton has been selected to replace Houston Dynamo goalkeeper Pat Onstad, who strained his back in a 1-0 loss to New England on Saturday night.

Thornton is second in MLS in shutouts (7) and third in goals against average (0.88) and went 401 minutes without surrendering a goal, from April 22 to May 16. He has played every minute of every league game for Chivas USA.

This marks the sixth All-Star selection for the 13-year MLS veteran, and the first since 2003 when he was a member of the Chicago Fire.

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